Detective Division handles investigation of all crimes reported in the city of Irwindale. Specialized details include juvenile crime, sex crimes, robbery/homicide, assaults and forensic services. The detectives also handle residential and commercial burglaries, thefts, auto theft, economic crimes, computer crimes, and arrest warrants. Here, patrol officers assist the detective division in logging over 20 pounds of Marijuana from a recent narcotics arrest in Irwindale.

After nearly nine years of service - which is over fifty dog years - our Police Service Dog "Alfa" has retired. Our new Police Service Dog "Ricky" started with our department in 2006, and he is also Belgian Malinois, imported from Holland like "Alfa". "Ricky" is able to search a building that would take a two-man officer team over an hour to clear in a matter of minutes. And when his drug training is completed, he will be able to locate hidden drugs in a vehicle in a matter of seconds. Criminals should think before trying to run away from "Ricky"... with a running speed of over 30 M.P.H., you can't outrun this K-9 for long!

The bike unit has the advantage of mobile, quiet operation in confined areas such as the city park, residential areas, the Santa Fe Recreational area and the Irwindale Speedway. Highly maneuverable, and easy to get into places unreachable by normal patrol vehicles, the Bike Unit is a great asset to the Irwindale Police Department.

Communications Division is the heart of the department. Open 24 hours a day, all year long, it provides vital information to units via radio and handles all incoming 9-1-1 calls for service.. Soon we will be adding a Computer Automated Dispatch & Records system to allow us to better serve the community. Dispatch can be reached at (626) 962-3601 -or- for emergencies or crimes "in-progress" dial 9-1-1.

Our DARE officer has to go back to school! All during each school year, the DARE program teaches our kindergarten through 5th grade school children at Merwin Elementary school to avoid drugs and violence. We've been doing it since the early 1980's! The 17-week program teaches self-esteem, responsibility, avoiding gangs, and teaches children the dangers of drugs.

The explorer post is a great way for young men and women to get involved in the community, and learn first-hand about police work. Joining is easy--just call (626) 430-2244 and ask for the "Explorer Post Advisor". Soon you may find yourself working with a police officer! Anyone age 14 to 20 can join.